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‘Fix-and-flip’ loans are going mainstream with investors

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Kiavi has packaged up more than $5.1 billion in “residential transition loans” for sale to investors. The latest deal — the first to be evaluated by a credit rating agency — was oversubscribed and bumped up to $400 million. Continue reading →

UWM shares at 3-year high on prospect of refi ‘mini boom’

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In Q2 earnings, the nation’s largest mortgage lender posted a healthy $76 million profit, paid down debt, and said it’s in prime position to capitalize and grow as mortgage rates drop. Continue reading →

Perchwell’s $25M Series B revs up idling VC market

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Brokerage and MLS software platform Perchwell has closed on a Series B round of funding led by Lux Capital. Continue reading →

Credit reports should be non-negotiable in divorce proceedings

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Credit reports offer a wealth of valuable insights and can be especially important in evaluating client needs post-divorce, Lindsey Harn writes. Continue reading →

The analyst who predicted a 30% fall in commissions has more to say

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Veteran KBW analyst Ryan Tomasello will be talking about the “watershed moment” that could lead to consolidation and innovation across the real estate industry at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Continue reading →

How to break down the pros and cons of buying down interest rates

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Interest rate buydowns involve a trade-off between upfront costs and long-term affordability. Clever CEO Luke Babich offers strategies to help clients make the choice. Continue reading →

Will falling mortgage rates juice the housing market? The Download

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As financial targets pave the way for interest rates to (finally) fall, the real estate industry is cautiously optimistic about a late-year boost. Continue reading →

Using your personal credit cards to pay your business expenses? Stop!

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About 80 percent of business owners fall into the trap of using personal credit and financial resources to run their business. Trainer Bernice Ross shares expert strategies for getting your finances in order. Continue reading →

More lenders partner with Calque to offer ‘The Trade-In Mortgage’

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EMM Loans, Searchlight Lending join growing list of mortgage lenders who have partnered with Calque to help homeowners tap their equity and buy before they sell. Continue reading →